If you deal with constant bloating, unpredictable digestion, or IBS-like symptoms, chances are you’ve been told to try the FODMAP diet. But what does that even mean—and do you really have to cut out apples and garlic forever? Let’s break down this popular (yet often misunderstood) approach to gut healing.
What are FODMAPs?
FODMAP stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, And Polyols—a group of short-chain carbs that are poorly absorbed in the gut and rapidly fermented by bacteria. This fermentation causes gas, bloating, cramps, and diarrhea in sensitive individuals.
Common high-FODMAP foods
Garlic and onions
Apples, pears, watermelon
Wheat and rye
Beans, lentils, chickpeas
Milk and soft cheeses
Artificial sweeteners (sorbitol, xylitol)
Who should try a low-FODMAP diet?
People with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Those with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Clients with chronic bloating or gas
People experiencing abdominal pain after meals
How the diet works
Elimination Phase – Cut out high-FODMAP foods for 4–6 weeks
Reintroduction Phase – Gradually test one category at a time
Maintenance Phase – Customize your diet based on tolerance
⚠️ It’s not meant to be forever—it’s a temporary tool to pinpoint triggers.
My Angle
I guide you through this process with gut testing, food tracking, and personal coaching—so you’re not guessing blindly. And I also focus on long-term gut repair, not just restriction.
Key Gut-Healing additions
Herbal antimicrobials (for SIBO)
Digestive enzymes
Probiotics and prebiotics (based on test results)
Nervous system regulation (because stress affects digestion!)
Conclusion
The low-FODMAP approach isn’t about fear of food—it’s about learning your body’s language. Once you decode it, food becomes healing again.
